I was born in Pangasinan, Philippines. I have been working in Hong Kong since May 2011 𝘵𝘰 support my two children.
I was widowed when I was 24 years old and my children were only 2 and 3 years old then. I had no choice but to work hard, build a home for my children, provide their education, and to achieve my goals.
I am carrying the weight of two parents on my own. I single-handedly manage the endless daily tasks, the finances, and the emotions.
Raising my 2 young children on my own is the hardest thing I have ever done, but they make every single sacrifice worth it. When I look at their faces, the exhaustion fades, and it is replaced by a fierce determination to give them the best I can. They are my purpose, my joy, and my ultimate motivation. I refuse to let circumstances define our future.
I am presently working with my 5th employer. I manage everyday household tasks which includes keeping the home clean, preparing meals, doing laundry, ironing, taking care of the dog and washing the car.
I became a PathFinders’ Ambassador in 2022. My primary motivation to support pregnant women in our community stemmed from a deep belief that no one should navigate the profound journey of pregnancy alone.
I am deeply driven to support pregnant women because access to consistent care, reliable resources, and emotional support shouldn’t be a privilege – it is a fundamental necessity.
Navigating pregnancy can feel overwhelming, especially without a strong support network. By volunteering, I want to bridge that gap, offer a helping hand, and ensure no mother feel isolated. Empowering women during this vulnerable yet beautiful transition builds healthier families.
As part of the What is Overstaying? project team, I help inform our community about Hong Kong’s immigration laws; and let them know that remaining in Hong Kong after a visa, work permit has expired is an immigration offence.
Anyone in this situation must report to the Immigration Department to regularise their status. Overstaying can lead to severe penalties, including fines of up to HK$50,000, up to 2 years in prison, detention, deportation, and future travel bans.
